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Genomic approach for conservation and the sustainable management of endangered species of the Amazon.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2021
Fazzi-Gomes Paola, Aguiar Jonas, Cabral Gleyce Fonseca, Marques Diego, Palheta Helber, Moreira Fabiano, Rodrigues Marilia, Cavalcante Renata, Souza Jorge, Silva Caio, Hamoy Igor, Santos Sidney
Abstract excerpt
A broad panel of potentially amplifiable microsatellite loci and a multiplex system were developed for the Amazonian symbol fish species Arapaima gigas, which is currently in high danger of extinction due to the disorderly fishing exploitation. Several factors have contributed to the increase of this threat, among which we highlight the lack of genetic information about the structure and taxonomic status of the...
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